Why we recommend vacationing in Norikura Kogen

The "workation" style has been proposed as a way of working for a long time, but there may still be many people who have never actually tried it. There are many hurdles to overcome before actually taking action, such as anxiety about working in a new place, how to switch between work and play, and, if you have children, how to keep them occupied while you are at work.
However, recently, Norikura Kogen has become a popular workcation spot for nature lovers. We will tell you the reasons why it is so popular.

❶ Just step outside the inn and you'll be surrounded by nature. A healing field is right in front of you.

When you think about working remotely, the surrounding environment is something to consider. If you're combining work and vacation, you'll want to choose an environment that perfectly suits you. At Norikura Highlands, located in a national park, once you step outside your accommodation, you'll be surrounded by lush nature.

Just going for a walk to refresh yourself will surely soothe you with the vibrant colors, shapes, warmth of nature, and the sounds of nature that you can't experience in your daily life, such as the vibrant grass, trees, and flowers, the chirping of birds, and the murmuring of a river. This is a great place for nature lovers, as well as those who don't usually have many opportunities to be in nature.A chance to immerse yourself in natureYou can have a comfortable time here.

❷ It is a noiseless environment where you can concentrate.

Many people who come to Norikura are surprised by the silence that pervades the area, and many of its loyal repeat visitors return frequently in search of this tranquility.Instead of having no supermarkets, convenience stores, or mass retailers, Norikura is home to nature and fields that are right next to everyday life, as well as a limited number of shops and lodgings for tourists.
With almost no unnecessary stimuli and a tranquil atmosphere, it's the perfect environment for concentrating on something.


If you spend a few days at Norikura Highlands, you might realize how much noise you are surrounded by on a daily basis.Student VillageNorikura's history as a prosperous area also proves its excellent workation environment.

❸ You can spend your off time either active or slow.

One of the great things about Norikura is that there are plenty of options for how to spend your off-time, whether it's before or after concentrating on work.
For those who want to get away from their daily routine and be as active as possible, there are outdoor fields nearby where you can enjoy mountain biking, hiking, mountain climbing, and more.


If you want to spend your time slowly in nature, you can spend your time as you like in the grasslands of Ichinose, relax at a cafe on the plateau, or enjoy the hot springs and sauna. There are many ways to spend your time depending on your mood and the weather that day. You may usually be moving around according to your own schedule, butDecide your work and leisure plans for today and tomorrow while observing the state of nature...Spending time like this seems perfectly in line with the Norikura way of life, and may be refreshing.

❹ An exquisite hot spring awaits you during your break or at the end of the day.

Norikura Highlands, home to three different hot springs, is a hidden gem of a hot spring resort. It is such an appealing hot spring resort that even if avid hot spring lovers visit other famous hot springs in various places, many of them end up returning here (and don't want to tell others about it).


Of course, if you are staying at an inn that has hot springs, you can enjoy it, but even if you are not, there are hot spring facilities such as Yukemurikan and Kyukamura that you can enjoy a day trip to bathe in.Recharge your energy and relieve fatigue in a superb hot spring during your break or after work.It's the best environment to be able to do that every day.

❺ Being far away from everyday life makes it possible to shift gears.

Work and play depend on physical and mental health."Change of location effect"Many people have probably heard the term "change of scenery" somewhere. The effect of a change of scenery is achieved by getting away from your everyday life and putting yourself in a different environment, which stimulates the five senses and affects the autonomic nervous system, making the mind and body feel refreshed and relaxed.


Norikura Highlands is located about an hour's drive from downtown Matsumoto, and is a hidden gem surrounded by nature in the Chubu Sangaku National Park. Spending time at Norikura Highlands, which is quite different from everyday life both physically and environmentally, not only does it invigorate the mind and body, but the new stimulation can also give rise to new ideas... Norikura Highlands is a place that holds the potential for such a shift in all sorts of ways.

6. There are plenty of accommodations and cafes suitable for workation.

Norikura Kogen is committed to creating a comfortable environment for those who wish to try workation.
For this reason, the plateau is dotted with inns and cafes that welcome workation. You can find a place on the plateau that suits you, try it out, and if you like it, come back. You can also change your place of accommodation each time you visit Norikura for a workation and search for a better fit.


What all the workcation-friendly inns and cafes have in common is that each owner loves Norikura and lives their life with gratitude for the blessings of the mountains.Everyday life in Norikura will inspire you...That may be the case. Why not try making the small exchanges you have at the inn one of your pleasures?

❼ You can also temporarily leave your child in someone's care while you work or play.

Is working remotely difficult with children? Not at all.
In fact, Norikura Highlands is a place where you'll want to actively bring your children for a workcation. This is because the plateau is home to Norikura Nature Daycare "Kinoko," which accepts temporary childcare for children from toddlers to elementary school students, and it is a service that is useful not only while the adults are at work, but also when the adults want to spend some time on vacation by themselves.


Many parents who don't usually have many opportunities to experience nature say, "I want my children to be in more contact with nature and receive various stimuli!" "But I don't really know how to play, and I don't have time to prepare or do research!" And many children themselves say, "I want to play to my heart's content!" We have experienced staff who will help parents and children like you expand the range of play in nature and find fun together, so you can leave your children in our care with peace of mind.
The look on the children's faces after a day of playing to their heart's content will tell you how fulfilled they are.


What do you think are the reasons why Norikura Kogen is recommended for workation?
Seeing is believing. Come visit Norikura Kogen for a workcation!